SEDIBENG.- The Emfuleni Local Municipality (ELM) and Rand Water have announced the launch of a water utility.

The launch of the utility, which aims to enhance the provision of water and sanitation services within the municipality will be held on Sunday, November 3 at the Emerald Resorts and Casino Vanderbijlpark.

Rand Water’s Pride Mguli said that the utility will assume full responsibility for the implementation, management, and maintenance of water and sanitation service systems and will seek to ensure sustainable basic service delivery to residents, businesses, and industries in the area.

“The establishment of the utility was initiated to respond to the growing demand for reliable and efficient water services that aligns with national priorities for water security. utility will commit itself to ensuring the reliable delivery of water and sanitation services whilst addressing the pressing challenges that have affected communities in recent years,” Mguli said.

Mguli added that the utility has been entrusted with the responsibility to implement sustainable solutions that will enhance access to clean water and effective sanitation systems, ultimately improving the quality of life for ordinary residents.

“Through this initiative, the utility aims to restore public confidence by prioritising efficiency, accountability, and transparency in the management of water and sanitation resources. It will also focus on introducing innovative technologies and environmentally friendly practices to promote long-term sustainability.”